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Benefits & Career Paths

Program Benefits

Fully Integrated Theory and PracticeMaster applications of theories and instructional methods in collaboration with experienced guiding teachers in a real classroom

Faculty with Practical ExperienceEngage with faculty informed by their own experiences in the field.

Emphasis on High-needs SchoolsUSC Rossier’s emphasis on high-needs schools prepares educators to address complex education and social issues in any educational setting.

Strong Network of School LeadersDevelop opportunities for job placement within USC Rossier’s strong alumni network, which includes a significant number of superintendents in the state of California.

Technology Literacy SkillsPrepare to leverage new media in curriculum design and learning assessment.

Add-on Specialization OptionsObtain additional specialization in special education, gifted education or bilingual teaching for increased competitiveness in the job market.

Job Search SupportTake advantage of resume support, career fairs and other job search resources on campus.

Career Paths

MAT degree holders pursue teaching positions in a variety of settings and locations. Many pursue long-term careers in teaching, while others assume leadership positions as principals and superintendents.

Graduates of the USC Rossier Master of Arts in Teaching program have obtained positions such as:

Chemistry teacher and head cross country coach at Diamond Bar High School

English department chair at the Westmark School in Encino, California

Bilingual educator and adviser for player development for the Los Angeles Dodgers

AP U.S. history, government and economics teacher at Downtown College Prep El Primero High School in San Jose, California

Program specialist for evaluation and assessment for the Orange County Department of Education.

Adult ELL teacher in the MSD Warren Township in Indianapolis

Language Arts Teacher in the South San Francisco Unified School District

Youth outreach specialist at the nonprofit organization Reach Out in Upland, California

First grade teacher at Sullivans Elementary School, located on Yokosuka Naval Base in Yokosuka, Japan

Commissioner for the Instructional Quality Commission, an advisory board for the California State Board of education that develops and recommends curriculum, evaluation, criteria, policy and instructional materials

Dean of instruction at PUC Community Charter Elementary School in Sylmar, Calif.